The Folk Music of Ireland

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Helen Magri

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Lesson Duration:

45 mins.

What should you expect from this lesson?

Students will learn about some of the instruments used in traditional Irish folk music. They will hear some traditional and modern folk pieces of music and watch some modern Irish dancing, based on traditional dance steps.

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How to carry out this lesson at home:

Step 1
Download the PowerPoint Presentation, titled Folk Music of Ireland.pptx  Read through each slide and watch each video.

Step 2
Download the word search, titled Instruments Used in Irish Folk Music.pdf and find the missing words.

Step 3
Watch the featured video. Name as many of the instruments as you can.

Step 4
Download the PowerPoint Presentation, titled Folk Music of Ireland Game.pptx  Can you name the instruments displayed?

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